Currency "pepper"
Currency "pepper" (I use Google Translate because my knowledge of English is very limited. Point out any errors. Thank you.) There are different legends in different countries about pepper which is known as the king of spices. The history of pepper cultivation in Sri Lanka too goes back a long way. Pepper is native to India. Pepper has been used in India since about 2000 BC. There is also evidence that pepper was used in ancient Egypt. Necklaces made of peppercorns have been found in their mummies. However, due to the favorable environmental conditions for the pepper in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka has also been subjected to foreign invasions. Considering the history of pepper in Sri Lanka, it is very close to the lives of Sri Lankans. Even today, there is a high price for pepper, which is found in almost every kitchen. People who like spicy foods definitely use pepper. Pepper also stimulates the appetite. Due to the high demand for these peppers, pepper has been sold at very high pr...